Caretaker David Unsworth signs off with a much-needed win, giving Everton their 15th point of the season and providing a platform for Allardyce

At long last Everton have a manager and at long last Everton have three points.

Sam Allardyce, briefly of England, reports for duty today and is tasked with maintaining confidence in the squad following Tuesday night’s Wayne Rooney-inspired win against West Ham United. He knows exactly what he’s let himself in for.